Dental school faculty members selected as Fellows of the International College of Dentists and American College of Dentists

All three faculty members are alumni of the University of Louisville School of Dentistry.

During the October 2022 meeting of the American Dental Association, three UofL School of Dentistry faculty members were selected for prestigious fellowships in the International College of Dentists and American College of Dentists. 

Fellowship in the International College of Dentists is extended by invitation only. A nominated dentist must pass a rigorous, peer-review process leading to the recognition of the individual’s “outstanding professional achievement, meritorious service and dedication to the continued progress of dentistry for the benefit of humankind.”

Fellowship in the American College of Dentists is also by invitation. Fellows are selected based on their exceptional contributions to organized dentistry, oral health care, dental research, dental education, the profession and society. Approximately 3.5% of dentists are Fellows of the American College of Dentists.

Dr. P. Gay Baughman – Fellow, International College of Dentists (FICD)

Dr. Baughman received her DMD from the University of Louisville School of Dentistry in 1981. She is a Professor in the Department of Comprehensive Dentistry, where she is a clinical team leader and course director for clinical grand rounds. She is also a Fellow in the American College of Dentists (FACD).

Dr. Michael Metz, chair of the Department of Comprehensive Dentistry, says "Only the most decorated, skilled, dedicated and respected faculty receive this recognition. I am honored and proud that Dr. Baughman continues to represent the department and school to this level of professionalism.” 

Dr. Brian Marrillia – Fellow, American College of Dentists (FACD)

Dr. Marrillia received his DMD from the University of Louisville School of Dentistry in 1995. He is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Comprehensive Dentistry, where he provides preclinical and clinical instruction in general dentistry. 

Dr. Breacya Washington– Fellow, American College of Dentists (FACD)

Dr. Washington received her DMD from the University of Louisville School of Dentistry in 1995. She is an Associate Professor in the Department of Comprehensive Dentistry, where she provides preclinical and clinical instruction in general dentistry, professionalism and ethics. Dr. Washington is also a Lieutenant Colonel in the United States Army Reserve. In addition to teaching, she maintains a private dental practice through UofL Dental Associates. 

Dr. Metz says, "Faculty in the department that receive fellowship award in the American College of Dentists (FACD) represents the highest caliber of faculty teaching our students at ULSD. Their recognition sheds light on the quality of education our students experience and the quality of care our patients receive at ULSD."